Tag: nepal
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Convicted Sex Offender Charged with Child Exploitation in Nepal
Kenneth Joseph Coombs, a 58-year-old Illinois man and registered sex offender, faces federal charges for child exploitation in Nepal. He allegedly abused minors in 2016, served a prison term in Nepal, and was arrested upon deportation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentWorldLegalFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesAsia Kenneth Joseph CoombsChild ExploitationNepalSex OffenderFBIProject Safe ChildhoodIllinois
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Media Monitor: India cuts excise on petrol, diesel; Nepal gets new PM; Iran accuses US of school attack
India reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel to cushion oil companies, while Nepal swore in its youngest prime minister. Iran accused the U.S. of a 'calculated' school attack, according to reports.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEconomyEnergyMilitaryLaw Enforcement IndiaPetrolDieselNepalPrime MinisterIranIsraelIDFThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court Considers Nationwide Firecracker Ban
The Supreme Court is considering a nationwide ban on firecrackers to ensure pollution-free air for all citizens, not just those in Delhi, according to The Hindu. The court also expressed concerns for those dependent on the firecracker industry.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementIndiaNepalFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesEnvironment Supreme Courtfirecrackersair pollutionB.R. GavaiCommission for Air Quality ManagementDelhiThe Hindu